Nutrition

Gluten-free Options at Constance Hotels & Resorts

Following my stay at Constance Lemuria in the Seychelles over the summer, I chatted to the hotel about my impressions of their gluten-free offerings for guests. Whether you've been diagnosed with coeliac disease or just prefer to follow a gluten-free diet for ...

My Day on a Plate: Mairead Devlin

Mairead Devlin stars in Pat McCabe's “The Leaves of Heaven” part of  a double bill with "Frank Pig Says Hello”,  Dublin Theatre Festival 2017, Draoicht 4-7 October; axis Ballymun 11-13th October. www.dublintheatrefestival.com Wh...

My Day on a Plate: Milliner Margaret O’Connor

Margaret O’Connor is an award-winning milliner whose hats have been worn by a variety of people from Finbar Furey to Lady Gaga. Earlier this year Margaret collaborated with designer Derek Lawlor to create hats to accompany his collection and the two were award...

My Day on a Plate: Kate Nic Chonaonaigh

Kate Nic Chonaonaigh stars in Grace Harte, the 3 part drama currently running on TG4, catch eps 2 & 3, Thurs Sept  21st & 28th, 10pm. Repeats Tues 26th and Oct 3rd, 10.40pm. Where do you shop?  We shop at the Galway market. I feel so lu...

Taste of the Tropics Coconut Bars

The dark winter months aren't too far away now and I spend so much time dreaming of the colours, warmth and tastes of tropical lands that these bars are pretty much the perfect treat to whip up on a cold rainy day at home. I just lie back, close my eyes...

My Day on a Plate: Artist Eibhilin Crossan

Eibhilin Crossan is an intuitive artist living in Longford with her husband and son and whose work is inspired by nature. eibhilincrossanart.com Where do you shop?  Lidl, Supervalu and local food suppliers for meat and fish Can you lis...

My Skin Heroes

Happy Monday all! Skincare from the inside out: I've made no secret of the fact that I'm big into skin health, and particularly the idea of taking care of your body's biggest organ with positive lifestyle choices. That means a focus on nourishing, fresh ...

My Day on a Plate: Lucy Nagle

Lucy Nagle is the Creative Director of the Lucy Nagle brand, an Irish cashmere label with a focus on a relaxed, laid-back look. The Lucy Nagle brand is stocked in Brown Thomas and in her online store: www.lucynagle.com Where do you shop? I tend t...

Chickpea and Sesame Cakes with Spicy Mango Salsa

Chunky chickpeas add a hearty bite to these wholesome savoury cakes and I love the juicy, fresh flavours of the spicy mango salsa alongside them. Chickpeas are a low-fat source of fibre and protein, to fill you up and support fitness goals, while sesame se...

Butternut Squash and Curried Cauliflower Soup

Summer may be still in full swing, but that hasn't stopped me thinking about my favourite autumn flavours and textures. It's hard to beat getting cosy with warming grub when it's getting chilly and dark outside! Over the last couple of nights, I've been mak...